The first major update in a decade signals a shift in focus to early detection of clinically significant prostate cancer.

New quarterly figures show more patients are being bulk billed, but increased rebates are still needed, says the RACGP president.

Voting for the next President opens on Tuesday. Get to know the candidates and their priorities before heading to the polls.

MPs have rolled up their sleeves for a complementary consult, while doctors use the chat to champion better access and prevention.

Midway through his tenure as Senior Australian of the Year, the pioneering clinician reflects on his career and what he wants GPs to know about dementia.

The RACGP is calling for primary care funding and policy settings that better reflect the complexities of caring for this patient cohort.

The watchdog apologised after accidentally exposing the private email addresses of healthcare professionals invited to a session on substance misuse notifications.

Experts are urging GPs and practices to review cyber security plans after a breach may have exposed Updoc patients’ contact details.

AHPRA’s annual survey gives an insight into experiences across medical specialties and helps to amplify the voice of GPs in training.

As a national campaign encourages patients to open up about end-of-life needs, experts highlight the key role of GPs in providing care.

Supply woes, alongside record patient numbers in Sydney EDs, have fuelled calls from GPs to urgently bolster vaccination funding and programs.

Latest data shows amphetamine-type stimulants account for most of the overall increase in drug-related hospitalisations and deaths.

Movember has launched free online training to help primary care recognise hidden signs, build trust and keep male patients engaged.

GPs are being encouraged to share their thoughts on the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive, two years after it came into effect.

New findings show ‘high-risk vitamin B6 purchasing behaviours’ remain widespread, ‘highlighting the importance for GPs in taking a careful history’.

Nominations are open for RACGP Faculty Council elections. Two GPs tell what getting involved has meant for them – and other GPs.

The RACGP has called for ‘structural reform’ rather than isolated measures that fail to deliver what’s needed in rural Australia.

Researchers hope it can help support international medical graduates to not just survive but thrive in rural communities.

Its submission to a Senate inquiry into the scheme, designed to help older people stay at home, says the existing set-up does not recognise GPs’ expertise.

SPONSORED: The program brings Implanon NXT and IUD training directly to regional healthcare professionals, improving access to training.